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About the sector

The community managed mental health sector is a key provider of mental health services and supports to people in the community.

Annual Reports

Find detailed information on the work we do to support the community managed mental health sector.

News & Events

Latest news

Catch up on all the latest news and stories from the community-based mental health sector.

Sector events

Discover a range of ways to connect and learn through our events, forums and talks.

Our Work

Mental Health Rights Manual

An online guide to help explain your legal and human rights in the mental health and human services systems in New South Wales.

Recovery Oriented Language Guide

Words are important. The language we use and the stories we tell have great significance to all involved.

Training

Registered training

Build on your lived experience or on-the-job experience and receive a nationally recognised qualification.

Customised training

Contact us to design a professional development solution for your workforce and organisation.

Membership

Our members

Our members are community managed mental health organisations, large and small, local and NSW-wide service providers.

Become a member

Join a strong network of community-based mental health organisations delivering better outcomes for people in New South Wales.

Resources & Tools

Resources & Tools

LGBTQ+ Inclusive and Affirming Practice Guidelines

For alcohol, substance use and mental health services, supports and treatment providers.

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Recovery Oriented Language Resources

A comprehensive guide to the right language in mental health support and recovery. Because words matter.

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Advocates & Allies: sector development series

Helping mental health workers better understand the complexities of the mental health system in NSW.

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Embracing Change: A Guide to the NDIS Practice Standards

Fostering greater awareness of the NDIS Practice Standards from a psychosocial disability perspective and support NDIS providers to achieve increasing alignment.

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Digital Service Delivery Guide

A guide to issues and challenges that arise from delivering a range of digital services in a community-based setting.

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Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in Mental Health

Resources for working collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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Connecting with decision makers

Range of resources to help our members connect and build strong relationships with key decision makers.

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eYour Experience of Service – Community Managed Organisations Survey

Information on the online eYES-CMO Survey used to collect feedback from consumers of mental health services.

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COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccine Information Sheet

An information sheet to help organisations navigate NSW COVID-19 vaccination requirements.

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Workplace wellbeing for mental health experts

A series of resources designed to improve the health of people working in the community mental health sector.

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Introduction to Supported Decision-Making

Training modules to help workers understand Supported Decision-Making and why it is important.

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NSW Mental Health Rights Manual

An online guide to help explain your legal and human rights in the mental health and human services systems.

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